Today Counts is designed to provide your child with a structured environment to learn and grow, while also fostering a relaxed and fun learning experience. We offer age-appropriate activities that focus on physical, cognitive, and emotional development. We believe that children learn best when they are having fun, so we incorporate engaging activities and play-based learning into our day.
develop gross motor skills by running, jumping, climbing, and throwing
develop fine motor skills by drawing, cutting, painting and playing with manipulatives
explore their senses by engaging in activities such as sensory tables, scent exploration and tactile walkways
encourage healthy habits by providing healthy snack and nature walks
work on spatial awareness by building with blocks or playing with puzzles
developing language skills, including speaking and listening
expanding vocabulary
beginning to recognize and write letters and numbers
developing phonemic awareness and understanding the sounds of language
understanding basic concepts such as shapes, colors, and size
developing problem-solving skills
learning to follow simple instructions and routines
taking turns during play activities
sharing toys and materials
asking for help when needed
using polite words such as "please" and "thank you"
listening to others when they are speaking
cooperating with peers
identifying and expressing basic emotions (e.g. happy, sad, angry, scared)
showing compassion for others
resolving conflicts peacfully and appropriately